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Foodie Guide:

We’re all about fresh here at Fig®. Fresh ideas. Fresh destinations. And, of course, fresh food. If fresh is best, you’ll have to travel far to find a place with greater raw materials at its fingertips. Or such a diverse array of restaurants.

Voice:
The Separators

Don’t let their youth fool you. The Separators may be young to the eyes, but to the ears their sound is reminiscent of post-punk greats from years gone past. Think The Strokes, The Cure, and maybe one day The Separators will stand alongside these alternative rock legends.

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Education:

From the hyper-focused to the well-rounded—from arts to engineering—education opens the door to possibility. Luckily for us, Lancaster offers learning opportunities for all, regardless of age, interest, or experience.

A Holiday Invitation

You’re invited. Spend the holiday in the city with us. Nine holidays have passed since Fig® first appeared in mailboxes and hit city streets, and we know what is truly important to us—especially during the holidays.

We always shop local. The best boutiques are right here in our city, and it’s worth the cold winter stroll to find that perfect gift for your special someone. Bundled

Voices: The Separators

Young & Talented

Don’t let their youth fool you. The Separators may be young to the eyes, but to the ears their sound is reminiscent of post-punk greats from years gone past. Think The Strokes, The Cure, and maybe one day The Separators will stand alongside these alternative rock legends.

Brothers Alex and Matt Abel have honed their musical compatibility since childhood, spending

Giving Back: Michelle Kime of Imagine Goods

As a Lancaster native, mother of four, and lover of travel, Michelle Kime had been looking for a way to spread her generosity beyond the boundaries of the county. It wasn’t until she met Aiyana Ehrman in 2008 that she figured how to do just that. A few short weeks after being introduced, the two boarded a plane destined for Cambodia, where they would find the inspiration and

Authentic: Lancaster City Mounted Unit

On any given day, you might find Liam, Duke, Charlie, and Ozzy trotting confidently through our city streets. As strong as they are beautiful, these pillars of muscle have become a Lancaster landmark. Whether they’re parked at Lancaster Central Market or patrolling the streets on First Fridays, the Lancaster City Mounted Unit is respected and admired by locals and visitors alike.

Fresh Face: Mise en Place

A french culinary term, “Mise en Place” is the systematic preparation a chef takes to create a meal. Prep the ingredients. Prepare the sauces. Chop the vegetables. Collect the spices. This organization is done before a pot ever hits the stovetop or pan is placed in the oven. This practice allows the chef to prepare the best meal possible. Between Theresa and her daughters, Courtney,

Fresh Place: Lancaster Ironworks

A building wrought with history structured by steel, the story of Lancaster Ironworks reaches back to the early 1900s. Designed by famed Lancaster architect Henry Y. Shaub, the building was first home to Posey Iron Works. Inside its towering facade, pipe, steel, and wrought iron were manufactured to be used around the world—from the dredging of the Panama Canal to both World Wars. Read on →

Fresh Face: Now Listen Here

Matt Early is a man on a mission.

After living in New York and working in the audio industry for most of the 80s and 90s, Matt decided to bring his expertise back home to Pennsylvania. In 2000 he founded Residential Media Systems (RMS), introducing cutting-edge technology and media systems into homes throughout Central PA and beyond. In 2013, Matt recognized an opportunity to shift